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International Pathway Programme for Indonesian business students
The partnership, named the International Pathway Programme (IPP) in Business, will allow students in Indonesia to complete their first year of study with i3L School of Business, and then progress directly into the second and third year of study under the University of Canterbury’s Bachelor of Commerce programme.
ENZ’s Regional Director, Asia, Ben Burrowes, said the partnership marks an important milestone in New Zealand’s relationship with Indonesia in the education sector.
“We look forward to witnessing how the skillsets and knowledge of both student communities will merge to create a more well-rounded and enriching learning experience. We highly value our international education partners, and we hope to establish more such partnerships in Indonesia,” Mr Burrowes said.
i3L School of Business’s Vice Rector of Admissions, Marketing and Institutional Development, Dr Tjong Budi Santoso, said the launch of the partnership is momentous for the institution.
“It has always been a goal of ours to empower students by presenting them with the opportunity to further their studies in International Business in some of the world’s best universities, such as University of Canterbury. This marks the first time that we are partnering with an esteemed New Zealand university, and we look forward to building our working relationship with New Zealand and its educational institutions even further.”
University of Canterbury Business School’s Internationalisation Director, William Shannon, commented, “The importance of having international experience and connections is highly crucial today as more business is conducted on a global scale.
“We hope that both student communities will benefit greatly from this programme and can contribute even further to the future economy and society of both New Zealand and Indonesia.”
This education pathway to the University of Canterbury is now open for applications with the first intake starting in September 2022.
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Around the world in five
Asia
Australian TNE looks to India as countries recognise qualifications
Australia and India have signed a qualifications recognition agreement, which comes after Deakin University's announcement of plans to open a campus in India. The recognition agreement is expected to support transnational education and allow students with Indian qualifications to pursue further education in Australia and vice versa.
North America
US educators concerned over new rules on 'third-party' relationships
International educators in the USA are concerned that new Department of Education guidance and oversight of third-party relationships could have negative impact on international student recruitment.
South America
These are the best universities in Latin America in 2023
Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) has seen a record 140 universities from 12 countries ranked in the Times Higher Education (THE) university rankings 2023, with many of the top region’s universities situated in Brazil.
Europe
New poll reveals public support for international students in the UK
Results from a new poll show that the UK public is positive about the contribution that international students make to the economy, institutions and academic research.
Africa
Visa crisis is jeopardising internationalisation efforts
South African universities face challenges in their internationalisation efforts due to a visa crisis that is affecting international students and staff.
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Upcoming offshore events related to international education
Dates
Event
Location
21-25 March
Forum on Education Abroad Conference 2022
Annual conference of the Forum, a non-profit membership association that provides training and resources to support high quality education abroad experiences.
Contact: Lewis Gibson
Chicago, Illinois, USA
24, 31 March, 7, 14,21,28 April
Agents Workshop Series: The NEW Choices
A series of 8 webinars aims to provide Vietnamese agents with updates on new programme offerings across sectors, and new perspectives when looking at NZ offerings.
Contact: Van Banh
Viet Nam
26 March
New Future, New You, New Zealand
A co-funded virtual session between ENZ and one of our ENZRAs in Indonesia, SUN Education. The objective is to maintain a pipeline of interested students ready to pathway to New Zealand universities when the border reopens. The event will feature reps and gradvocates from UC, Otago, Waikato, and Massey University.
Contact: Naluri Bella
Indonesia
27-31 March
Asia-Pacific Association for International Education Conference and Exhibition 2022
APAIE brings together professionals who are passionate about international education from across the globe to network, improve professional skills and learn about new developments in international education.
Contact: events@enz.govt.nz
Online
27-29 March
Global Higher Education Exhibition (GHEDEX)
Organised by the Omani Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, GHEDEX brings together education providers, secondary and tertiary students, parents, and young professionals from across the Gulf region.
Contact: Bronwyn Shanks
Muscat, Oman
27 March, 3,10,17 April
NZ Scholarship Boot Camp for students
Part of ENZRA Co-funding Activities, this initiative offers a series of workshops for Vietnamese students to obtain updated scholarship info, enhance necessary skills and meet up with NZ institutions to plan their study abroad journey.
Contact: Van Banh
Viet Nam
31 March
Kōrerorero: Conversations That Matter – UN Sustainable Development Goal 4
Join an exclusive conversation about access to quality education with university vice-chancellors from Brazil, Colombia, and New Zealand.
Contact: Bruna de Natale
Latin America
2, 3, 9, 16-17, 24 April
Youth Runway Campaign – NZ and Viet Nam school students
Part of ENZRA Co-funding Activities, this initiative offers a series of workshops for Vietnamese students to obtain skills and knowledge about Global Citizens towards SDG – Marine Health, as well as make friends and interact with NZ students.
Contact: Van Banh
Viet Nam
25-27 April
FAUBAI Conference 2022: Known Concepts, New Meanings - What has changed in the internationalization of higher education? How can the future of the internationalization of higher education be projected?
ENZ is a silver sponsor for this year’s virtual event and will have a virtual booth.
Contact: Bruna de Natale
Latin America
28 April
FPP Latin America virtual postgraduate fair
An easy and convenient way to meet with over 90 international universities to find the right postgraduate program. ENZ will host the "Study With New Zealand Pavilion”, having 14 institutions representing a variety of NZ institutions (English New Zealand, PTEs, Te Pūkenga and universities).
Contact: Bruna de Natale
Latin America
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ENZ expands annual agent co-investment initiative for 2020
Successful proposals have been selected, and co-investment activities are already underway in Latin America and Greater China. Activities include counsellor training, virtual campus tours and a new digital publication for prospective students.
In the coming months, the selection process will begin in the Malaysia, Indonesia, Viet Nam, Thailand and Philippines markets.
The selected education agencies will be running their co-investment activities between August and December, so that institutions are able to virtually attend activities or contribute information during what is usually the peak promotional season in-market.
The initiatives recognise that although students are not being recruited to begin study in New Zealand now, they are seeking information for study destination decisions which begin years before their international study experience commences.
ENZ’s agent co-investment initiatives promote a high quality student experience by supporting those agencies with proven high visa approval rates in our target markets, which is particularly important as students require transparent and reliable information on their study plans during COVID-19.
“These initiatives are a wonderful way to support ENZ recognised agencies (ENZRA), and the ENZ team is intending to continue offering them in various markets to keep the New Zealand story alive and nurture existing relationships,” says ENZ Manager Education Agents, Geneviève Rousseau Cung.
“They also supplement the global ENZ agent webinar updates being provided across all markets, and tailored ENZ workshops, seminars and training sessions for agents in priority markets.”
China
Education International Cooperation (EIC), one of the largest international education agencies in China, was one of the eight successful ENZRA agencies chosen by the selection panel as a partner in the Agent Co-Investment Initiative.
One of the deliverables is a press conference and promotional campaign for the 2020 Study in New Zealand Report that includes data from an EIC-conducted survey and an analysis of EIC’s internal application data.
The report is one of the first produced by a Chinese education agency and gives students and parents a clear guide to studying in New Zealand. EIC reported high praise from families and New Zealand institutions on the 2018 report, which is one of the motivations for continuing the research and press conference annually.
“I believe the data will provide some important information and thinking for ENZ and New Zealand institutions, and strengthen the in-depth understanding of the Chinese market,” EIC Director of Australia & New Zealand – Division of Student Recruitment, Celia Liu, says.
“To coincide with the release of this report, EIC will also invite New Zealand institutions to participate in promoting the virtual event on 12 September.”
Latin America
In Latin America, student interest in New Zealand has increased due to the excellent reputation gained since the beginning of the pandemic in March. In order to show our commitment to agents in-market, we’ve selected projects from 14 ENZRA agents:
- Five from Brazil (Australian Center, Information Planet, Up Study, Yazigi and YES)
- Three from Chile (Global student, Hain y Viaja Estudia)
- Six from Colombia (Babel Studies, Extudia, SEA, Student Connection and Viva en NZ)
The activities proposed range from the creation of a digital magazine for prospective students, online campaigns to virtual events, all of which began in July and will end in September. Some projects are also supported by a New Zealand institution, for example, YES Intercâmbio from Brazil is working with Massey University and Southern Institute of Technology (SIT), and Hain Chile working together with AIS and Western Springs High School.
At this time of uncertainty, other initiatives that are part of the ENZ Agent Co-Investment include contingency plans to account for the changing international education landscape. ENZ’s team in Latin America remains in close contact with our agency partners around any proposed changes to the submitted plans to allow flexibility and support while maintaining the integrity of the ENZ Agent Co-Investment Initiative.
“We are pleased to support and work with agents in these initiatives, which help to maintain the New Zealand education brand alive and relevant as we enter what is expected to be a hyper-competitive scenario in the next years,” ENZ Director of Education for Chile and Colombia, Javiera Visedo, says.
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Hands-on environmental studies for US students
EcoQuest Education Foundation is a charitable trust and PTE based in Whakatīwai, with strong connections to Ngāti Paoa and Ngāti Whanaunga.
“We had a wonderful day on the Wharekawa Coast,” says Ria Brejaart, EcoQuest’s Academic Director.
“Led by mana whenua, our students welcomed special guests US Consul General Sarah Nelson, Director of USA Study Abroad Heidi Manley, and Senior Education Advisor US Consulate General, Katie Sleeman. EcoQuest’s Board of Trustees and academic associates also attended the event, along with other key supporters.
EcoQuest team and manuhiri at the bird hide.
“It was a great way to celebrate both the return of our US students after a long Covid-19 hiatus, and our enduring relationships with our collaborators and supporters. It felt particularly apt to be on the shores of Tikapa Moana, where the kuaka (bar-tailed godwits) return each year from Alaska.
“The morning of observing birds on the shell-banks was followed by a visit to Pūkorokoro Miranda Shorebird Centre, for a talk by Keith Woodley, Centre Manager. We then returned to EcoQuest where we marked the occasion by presenting Tū Ngātahi pins to all our students, on behalf of Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao.”
A presentation from Keith Woodley (Pūkorokoro Miranda Shorebird Centre Manager). Front row left, Beth Coleman (EcoQuest Board Chair) and Sarah Nelson (US Consul General).
Beth Coleman (EcoQuest Board Chair) and Jono Clark (Director) presented Tū Ngātahi pins to the students.
The eighteen students are from the University of New Hampshire (UNH), Cornell University, University of Michigan, and Colorado State University. They are participating in a fifteen-week residential semester programme with EcoQuest, which offers undergraduate programmes in partnership with UNH. Students gain credits for their undergraduate degrees back home.
“Within the international education sector, EcoQuest contributes high-quality, niche programmes,” says Alana Pellow, Business Development Manager at ENZ.
“These international student programmes align well with New Zealand’s areas of excellence in ecology, restoration ecology, environmental policy, and sustainability. EcoQuest students undertake real-time research for many different collaborators including iwi, NGOs and trusts, councils, private land owners and the Department of Conservation. Academic and scientific rigour are the basis for these unique hands-on learning opportunities.”
“EcoQuest also contributes to international thinking around indigenous approaches to sustainability, through inclusion of elements of Te Ao Māori and mātauranga in its education and research activities.”
The current students are part of Cohort 4, the final cohort of international students to be given entry to New Zealand through a border exception earlier this year. Cohort 4, which was jointly led by ENZ and the Ministry of Education, saw 5,000 international students from 109 different countries nominated for student visas, before New Zealand’s borders fully reopened in August.
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Around the world in five
UNITED KINGDOM
UK government announces fast track visa plan for top researchers
New visa regulations designed to attract the world’s top scientific researchers will be announced later this year.
GLOBAL
Why more international students are attending Australian schools
The number of international students at Australia’s international schools is up 11 percent from 2016.
GLOBAL
Better than rankings: three more meaningful metrics for choosing a university
While university rankings play an influential role for any prospective student choosing a university, there are many other factors that contribute to a meaningful tertiary experience.
GLOBAL
The link between employment outcomes and recruiting
Employability is now a top priority among international students when planning for study abroad.
UNITED STATES
Eliminating achievement gaps in tertiary education
Taking a systems approach driven by data, Georgia State University (GSU) managed to eliminate achievement gaps based on ethnicity and income.
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Around the world in five
GLOBAL
Becoming a global citizen – The power of an arts and social sciences degree
Computers may have speed, precision and data on their side, but how about creativity?
US
Bill aims to keep international student STEM talent in the US
Four senators have introduced a bill to remove “unfair barriers” for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) educated international students who want to work in the United States after completing their advanced degrees.
CHINA
Safety as crucial as rankings for study abroad
Students from China are as concerned about the safety of a study destination as they are about its education quality, according to the latest Beijing Overseas Study Service Association report.
JAPAN
New policy allows international students to launch businesses
International students in Japan can now apply for a special visa that will let them launch a business, a government measure that will be part of a new growth strategy for the country.
INDIA
Why the number of Indian students going to Britain is rising again
Post-Brexit, a number of UK government-led policies are making it easier for international students from India to choose postgraduate study in the UK.
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Around the world in five
SWEDEN
Higher education sector backs plan for more international students
Stakeholders are strongly backing the government’s proposal to attract more international students, including embassies that support increasing the number of offices for higher education at embassies.
UK
Migrant curbs raise doubts over bid to lure international students
Global competition and rising fees after Brexit fuel concerns in higher education.
ASIA
Times Higher Education’s 2019 Asia University Rankings revealed
Times Higher Education's Asia University Rankings has given top ranking to a Chinese university first for the first time – Tsinghua University ranked ahead of last year’s top-ranked National University of Singapore. Seventy-two Chinese institutions earned a spot this year, up from 63 in 2018.
SCOTLAND
Free European Union student fees to be continued
The Scottish government has guaranteed that EU students will continue to access university courses free of tuition fees in 2020/21 – in a bid to provide clarity to students and institutions.
CHINA
Belt and Road projects lead to growth in international students
Higher education for international students in China has seen growth in terms of quality and scale, as more students arrive in the country to study technology and language and culture.
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New Zealand Global Competence Certificate Named Finalist for Two PIEoneer Awards
The PIEoneer Awards recognise innovation and achievement in global education each year. The New Zealand Global Competence Certificate is a finalist in two categories:
- Public / private partnership of the year
- Progressive education delivery award.
A model for delivering global competence education virtually and at scale
ENZ, AFS, and Massey University joined forces to deliver global competence education virtually, at a time when students were unable to travel and schools were unable to host international visitors due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Global Competence Certificate was ideal in this situation, as it develops self-awareness, empathy, critical thinking, cross-cultural communication and flexibility—global skills essential to live, work, and make a real impact around the world.
ENZ provided full scholarships to increase access; AFS developed a customised version of their Global Competence Certificate and trained a cadre of qualified facilitators in New Zealand; and Massey educators delivered the New Zealand programme so participants got a taste of the New Zealand teaching style.
1,000 learners in 13 countries reached
Mixed classes with learners from different countries, provided a rich cultural experience and a chance to connect with peers offshore in a virtual exchange, despite travel restrictions.
The nearly 1,000 students and teachers in New Zealand and 13 other countries developed global competence skills they described as “life-changing” and “the best thing in the pandemic.” Ninety-eight percent of the programme attendees said they were ‘very satisfied’ or ‘satisfied’ with the Global Competence Certificate, and 95 percent rated their experience as ‘excellent’ or ‘very good.’
Thanks to the overwhelming success of this programme, the partnership will continue as borders reopen and international travel is back on the agenda, with more than 400 learners benefitting from the New Zealand Global Competence Certificate in 2022.
Supporting a nationwide international education strategy
This collaborative project directly supports the Government’s International Education Strategy and helps students and teachers develop their cross-cultural skills together with their global peers.
“As well as helping to develop the global citizens of tomorrow, this programme demonstrates the reciprocal benefits of international education, giving our rangatahi a chance to learn with high school students from around the world, and giving their offshore peers a chance to learn ‘with’ New Zealand and our unique way of thinking,” says Grant McPherson, ENZ Chief Executive.
“Interacting and communicating effectively with people around the world is an important skill. Massey University’s significant experience teaching online, utilising the excellent customised content from AFS and the ongoing support of ENZ, provides a great opportunity for students to gain the knowledge and capabilities they need to live, work and learn in a connected world,” says Tere McGonagle-Daly, Students and Global Engagement, Massey University.
The award-winning Global Competence Certificate, developed by AFS Intercultural Programs, is used far beyond New Zealand. As of 2022, it’s used in more than 60 countries with 15,000 learners of different ages and backgrounds.
“Educating more young people to become global citizens is mission-critical for our world. At AFS we are committed to ensuring that everyone has access to intercultural learning and can gain skills such as cross-cultural communication, empathy, and conflict resolution to effectively bridge differences,” concludes Daniel Obst, President and CEO of AFS Intercultural Programs.
Learn more about the PIEoneer awards and see other finalists here. Winners will be announced on Friday 9 September 2022.
